Sip and Paint

You don’t have to be an artist to paint a picture at a Sip and Paint party. Just bring yourself, get ready to engage, follow instructions and voila – you will definitely have a master piece of your own, ready to hang on the wall.

About Sip and Paint
On a Sunday evening I headed down to Bliss House in Tema. It was a lovely day and the outdoor table setting professionally laid out by Tafari the teacher ready for his students. Painting materials of different size brushes, paint pallet, towel, water, easel, canvas and not forgetting the complimented Wine selection or beverage was included in the price(100 cedis). Sip and Paint or sometimes called Paint and Sip have become a popular creative event for friends meet up, team building event or to network with other individuals whilst having fun.

ABC – Apply, Blend and Create

That’s because we had a professional led teacher giving clear instructions at each brush stroke interval before moving to the next stage. Firstly, we had to wet the area of canvas where the paint would be applied.  

With a palette of white, black, green, yellow, blue, red and purple paint we had to select the colours to paint and also blend. This took me back to art class at school when learning colour combination from the use of primary colours. Red and yellow = orange. Red and Blue = purple

Tafari explained colour combination and even when you think you have made a mistake found a way to overcome – mistakes can create masterpieces. I had a few glitches, and water dripping moments. Tafari was very helpful and made time for each student, patience and didn’t rush anyone. After a few hours the image began to develop and the trees, flowers, river, sun came to light.

 

3hrs went by so quick with all the laughter, talking, singing and sipping. Some people were serious and im sure some people enjoyed the wine too much – Sip and Sip and Sip and Sip.

Memorable experience where meet new people, unwine, have fun, excel your creative mind. Although I did not finish painting the flowers on the tree, I was satisfied with the end result. The painting has a new place hanging up in the dinning room.

Testimony
I am always seeing posters for sip and paint events and lovely images of students posing with their paintings. So I was optimistic of how my painting was going to look. But I am so pleased with the final result thanks to Tafari and Abena and all the participants for making the event fruitful. I now have a beautiful painting hanging on the wall in the dining area. Sip and paint could jump start your creativity.

Have you ever been to a Sip and Paint party – if not why not?

bless Sister E

Introduction – Meet the Creator – Tafari

Born and raised in Tema, Greater Accra.  Akan by tribe – Fante to be precise from the Central region of Ghana –  Abura Kwamankese .

How did you get interested in Art?
Through my ability to create something out of nothing, I encouraged and motivated my self with daily challenges of trying to be and do something different and be the best that I can be.  I put every thought into practice until I was able to bring my visions into reality, through all forms of creativity using textiles fresh and dry plants, empty tins, boxes, and some of my moms left over makeup, I natured my God given talent.

Where do you get inspiration from?
I get inspired by people and things around me, situations and daily activities that occur. I love observing nature people and the movement of machinery. Type of pic / art I love painting.

I specialized in interior and exterior mural painting, ceiling art, and I love to paint nature abstract and portraits.

You are currently running Sip and Paint workshops. What will guest expect at the event?

The creative sip and paint bring out the hidden creative abilities in oneself. The process of freeing your mind and allowing you to be thrilled by your inner ability will inspire you to create something you never thought about or could ever do. It helps you to accept your self with the perception of knowing that you are unique and everything you do is unique, and for that one should never compare themselves to others or underestimate the power of their inner abilities.

How can you be contacted

Social media:

IG:  @tafari_artworld

FB:  _Mbrah Derick Nana

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